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Ocean-Front Cottage w Cart - Great view; Fido Welcome!

Ocean-Front Cottage w Cart - Great view; Fido Welcome!

PLEASE READ THESE IMPORTANT NOTES PRIOR TO PROCEEDING TO PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
- Please note that it is necessary to take a ferry to Daufuskie Island and the cost of boat and ground transportation is around $55 per person roundtrip, with discounts available for children 5 and under. (Parking fees may apply.=
Reservations include a complimentary 4 person golf cart.
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Wake up to the sound of the ocean! The Beachcomber Cottage is a lovely low-country cottage with a large front porch facing directly onto the ocean and a pristine and secluded beach.
The location of this cottage really couldn't be better! Located on the 'Avenue of Oaks' on Daufuskie Island, the Beachcomber Cottage is within a very short walking distance to the beach.
The cottage itself is very unique and somewhat different from the other cottages in the area. Decorated by the owners themselves, it has a charming interior. If you've ever dreamed about having your own relaxed but attractive beach house, this cottage is the place for you and your family.
In terms of the interior, an open area great room and dining area includes a comfortable seating area with flatscreen TV (with Direct TV cable service) and a great selection of DVDs. The dining room table looks out to the porch and directly to the ocean. Of course, there's a fully equipped kitchen that looks onto the great room area, two spacious bedrooms with two queen-sized beds in each room (with a total of 4 beds) their own TVs, and ensuite bathrooms.
Need even more sleeping space? The living room has both a sleeper sofa and sleeper love seat in the living area.
You will have access to both the Bloody Point golf course and the prestigious Haig Point Golf Club.
Please note that a well-behaved canine member of the family will be considered, although there is a pet fee. Manager must review pet requests. See the end of this description for our complete pet policy.**
We imagine you will find yourself strolling from your cottage to the beach over and over. This beautiful beach is perfect for long walks, jogging, and even bike riding. Families especially enjoy the relatively calm waters where children can swim and play without fear of a strong undertow. It’s a great beach for building sand castles and hunting for shells and sand dollars after the tide goes out.
Folks also enjoy touring the island by golf cart, by bicycle, and by simply taking nice long walks.
The wildlife is abundant and breathtaking. Melrose is the home of a Great White Egret rookery, and at certain times of the year you will see hundreds of these graceful birds settle in for the night. Nests of American Bald Eagles can sometimes be found nearby, and now and then vigilant visitors can actually catch site of a Loggerhead Turtle coming ashore to lay hundreds of eggs in the soft sand.
THE ISLAND
You will want to spend time exploring the rest of this unique and special island. Accessible only by ferry, water taxi, and private boat (we will help with your arrangements), Daufuskie's isolation from the hustle and bustle of the mainland provides a one-of-its-kind experience for those looking to truly get away from it all. You won't find a friendlier place, and one of the best things about visiting this island is getting to know the local folks, and its diverse and interesting culture.
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If you're looking for an old-fashioned beach vacation experience, this comfortable and pretty cottage will exceed your expectations. We expect it will be very popular with island visitors, so be sure to reserve your time at this lovely vacation home today!
** PET POLICY:
We will accept a well-behaved canine member of the family if approved by the property manager. However, the dog must be over one year old, not be aggressive towards people or other pets, be house trained, does not get up on the furniture, and is ok with being left alone when you are away from the cottage (no incessant barking or destructive behavior). We require that you will be a responsible pet owner when the dog is outside, that your dog is always kept on a leash, is up-to-date on flea and heart worm treatment and...most importantly...that there will be no signs that your pet was in the property when you depart. You must be responsible for any damage and/or extra cleaning caused by your dog. There is a nonrefundable pet fee of $125 for one dog; $175 for two dogs.

Overview

Two Bedrooms Ocean-Front; Pet-Friendly

PLEASE READ THESE IMPORTANT NOTES PRIOR TO PROCEEDING TO PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

- Please note that it is necessary to take a ferry to Daufuskie Island and the cost of boat and ground transportation is around $55 per person roundtrip, with discounts available for children 5 and under. (Parking fees may apply.=

Reservations include a complimentary 4 person golf cart.

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Wake up to the sound of the ocean! The Beachcomber Cottage is a lovely low-country cottage with a large front porch facing directly onto the ocean and a pristine and secluded beach.

The location of this cottage really couldn't be better! Located on the 'Avenue of Oaks' on Daufuskie Island, the Beachcomber Cottage is within a very short walking distance to the beach.

The cottage itself is very unique and somewhat different from the other cottages in the area. Decorated by the owners themselves, it has a charming interior. If you've ever dreamed about having your own relaxed but attractive beach house, this cottage is the place for you and your family.

In terms of the interior, an open area great room and dining area includes a comfortable seating area with flatscreen TV (with Direct TV cable service) and a great selection of DVDs. The dining room table looks out to the porch and directly to the ocean. Of course, there's a fully equipped kitchen that looks onto the great room area, two spacious bedrooms with two queen-sized beds in each room (with a total of 4 beds) their own TVs, and ensuite bathrooms.

Need even more sleeping space? The living room has both a sleeper sofa and sleeper love seat in the living area.

You will have access to both the Bloody Point golf course and the prestigious Haig Point Golf Club.

Please note that a well-behaved canine member of the family will be considered, although there is a pet fee. Manager must review pet requests. See the end of this description for our complete pet policy.**

We imagine you will find yourself strolling from your cottage to the beach over and over. This beautiful beach is perfect for long walks, jogging, and even bike riding. Families especially enjoy the relatively calm waters where children can swim and play without fear of a strong undertow. It’s a great beach for building sand castles and hunting for shells and sand dollars after the tide goes out.

Folks also enjoy touring the island by golf cart, by bicycle, and by simply taking nice long walks.

The wildlife is abundant and breathtaking. Melrose is the home of a Great White Egret rookery, and at certain times of the year you will see hundreds of these graceful birds settle in for the night. Nests of American Bald Eagles can sometimes be found nearby, and now and then vigilant visitors can actually catch site of a Loggerhead Turtle coming ashore to lay hundreds of eggs in the soft sand.

THE ISLAND

You will want to spend time exploring the rest of this unique and special island. Accessible only by ferry, water taxi, and private boat (we will help with your arrangements), Daufuskie's isolation from the hustle and bustle of the mainland provides a one-of-its-kind experience for those looking to truly get away from it all. You won't find a friendlier place, and one of the best things about visiting this island is getting to know the local folks, and its diverse and interesting culture.

*****

If you're looking for an old-fashioned beach vacation experience, this comfortable and pretty cottage will exceed your expectations. We expect it will be very popular with island visitors, so be sure to reserve your time at this lovely vacation home today!

** PET POLICY:

We will accept a well-behaved canine member of the family if approved by the property manager. However, the dog must be over one year old, not be aggressive towards people or other pets, be house trained, does not get up on the furniture, and is ok with being left alone when you are away from the cottage (no incessant barking or destructive behavior). We require that you will be a responsible pet owner when the dog is outside, that your dog is always kept on a leash, is up-to-date on flea and heart worm treatment and...most importantly...that there will be no signs that your pet was in the property when you depart. You must be responsible for any damage and/or extra cleaning caused by your dog. There is a nonrefundable pet fee of $125 for one dog; $175 for two dogs.

About Deborah Smith

From the Owner: I am a real estate broker and have always loved Daufuskie Island. My office is on Hilton Head Island, which is just a short ferry ride away. My husband is an architect. We have a small dog, and two grandchildren who absolutely love coming to the Cottage.

From Daufuskie Rental Group: The cottage is managed by Daufuskie Rental Group, known for superior service to rental guests. From the moment you make your reservation to your last moment on the island, we will work hard to make coming to our island an easy experience, and then to provide you with a memorable vacation once you are here.. Your property managers live on Daufuskie full-time, and are available to be of assistance on a 24/7 basis.

Deborah Smith purchased this cottage in 2013

Why Deborah Smith chose Melrose on the Beach

From the Owner: When I go to Daufuskie Island, it is a vacation. All the stress leaves me as I walk on the secluded beach, watch the wildlife and enjoy what life is really all about...beauty and peace. You will see egrets, fox squirrels, deer and dolphin....all from the spacious front porch.

From Daufuskie Rental Group: We enjoy managing this charming cottage with its perfect ocean-front location.

What makes this cottage unique

From the Owner: The unique benefits are what we don't have. We don't have cars, congestion, noise, tourism or crowds. We do have beautiful beaches, friendly island people who wave as they go by in their golf cart, quiet, beauty of nature. If you want to go to the busy island, Hilton Head, it is just a short ferry ride away. If you have your own boat, I do own a dock on Daufuskie so you can bring it and tie it up there while you stay at the Cottage!

From Daufuskie Rental Group: Aside from the charms of this cottage, we are happy that the owner allows well-behaved canine family members to join in the vacation fun.

Perfect relaxing getaway

Our family of four came to Daufuskie for Thanksgiving and really enjoyed our time. We didn’t leave the house on Thursday with bad weather, but the house was perfect for lounging around and cooking our Thanksgiving meal. The rest of the weekend we got out and enjoyed the beach and the use of the golf cart and explored the island. Our dog got to join us and he loved it as well.

Perfect paradise

Loved the cottage. The atmosphere was relaxed. The room colors and beachy decor was perfect. The ocean is right there. You can't get any closer in my opinion. Had everything we needed for a week

Of course, we brought our own groceries. The general store did have basics such as sandwich stuff, milk, bread, etc. Deborah was fantastic and a pleasure to meet. We are looking at making Daufuski Island a regular trip each year.

We loved our stay!!

The cottage was ocean front, beautifully decorated and a very short walk to the beach. Deborah the property manager met us at the cottage and was very helpful and made sure we had everything we needed. Karen arranged our ferry transportation to from the Island as well as transportation to the cottage. Our golf cart was delivered not long after we arrived. We had everything we needed within minutes of our arrival! We loved exploring the Island and learning the history. The locals were friendly and helpful. The perfect place to go if you want to totally unwind! We will definitely be back!

Loved Daufuskie Island!

This is a very unique spot. We absolutely loved the culture of the people of Daufuskie Island. The small island, with a very small population and minimal "conveniences", was just perfect for us. We loved the quaintness and the quiet. The food at the restaurants was delicious and plentiful. Our cottage was direct ocean front and we could not have had a better view. Our beds were comfortable. The furnishings were cheerful and comfortable as well. The kitchen was well equipped. We were here for only a long weekend so we brought just snacks and a few bottles of wine. We are planning our next trip and hope to stay longer. We will plan to take more of our own food and enjoy some meals on the patio. Deborah and Karen were absolutely wonderful. Deborah followed up with me multiple times before and then after our stay. We had some golf cart challenges, but Deborah was quick to make corrections. Karen met us upon our arrival to ensure that all of our questions were answered in advance. The ferry ride and transportation team were just delightful. We can't wait to return to Daufuskie Island Resort!

Exactly what we needed

We were looking for something different and laid back, and we found it. The property was exactly as pictured and described and suited us well. The island is a trip back in time with pockets of resort style. It was kinda cool being in the abandoned Melrose plantation. I called it the "ghost resort " Alrhough I loved that I got to see it as it is now, I would love to see it in full swing.

We didn't actually have any pool access, but not sure we would have used it anyway. We spent time on the beach, and then exploring the island and meeting the locals.

Deborah made sure getting there and back was hassel free, and welcomed us upon arrival. She gave us the lay of the land and tips on getting around.

Don't expect a posh resort or carribbean island. If you're looking to get away, slow down, kick back and have some old fashioned fun with colorful locals, this is the place!

Wonderful island and fantastic getaway!

Having never been to Daufuskie island wasn't sure what to expect. We were pleasantly surprised. We were met at our cottage but Deborah who explained everything including where to go on the island how to get there. Told us where the best sunset viewing was and she wasn't wrong! The cottage was stocked with everything we could need and very comfortable for 4 girls. We will definitely be coming back!

Enjoy the island from the back of a horse! Ask us about options available from the Haig Point's equestrian center.

Tours, Kayaking, etc

Tour Daufuskie offers a variety of ways to experience the island and the surrounding waters, including kayaking, paddle boats, and golf cart historic tours. A brochure will be in your villa's welcome packet.

Note: We especially recommend the 2.5 hour golf cart tour (you will ride in their gas-powered carts as an informative and fun way to learn more about the island.

Yoga

Yoga classes are held on Sunday and Wednesdays at the Melroe Resort. (Locations vary.) The instruction is appropriate for all fitness levels, from beginner to intermediate, and visitors are welcome. Laura Winholt is a certified Anusara Yoga and RYT 500 instructor. For more information call Laura at 843-842-5990

Massage

Janet Adams offers massage therapy and will come to your vacation home for these services. For more information contact Janet at 317-694-7685. Please tell her you were referred by Deborah Smith.

Island Locations of Special Interest

There are many interesting places to visit on Daufuskie, including the locations described below. All of these places will be marked on a map found in your arrival welcome packet.

Opened in early 2015, the Daufuskie Rum Company (270 Haig Point Road) is a micro-distillery that makes authentic, American made hand-crafted rum. To schedule a tour call 843-342-4786. Distillery and store hours are 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Wednesday - Saturday.

The Iron Fish Art Gallery (tel: 843-842-9448) is always open, even if its resident artist, Chase Allen, is not present. Chase has been featured in numerous Southern and Coastal Living publications and recently won a national “American Made” contest sponsored by the Martha Stewart magazine. Lots of interesting things to see here, and visitors enjoy exploring his art work on both the front porch and in an outdoor gallery area. Love honey? Chase has his own bee hives, and you can buy jars of freshly-made honey.

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The Silver Dew Pottery opens for the season on Tuesday, April 30th and remains open through October. This studio is run by Lancy and Emily Burn, longtime Daufuskie residents. This year marks the 100th anniversary of Lancy's grandfather arriving on Daufuskie to serve as the Bloody Point assistant lighthouse keeper. You can hear some fascinating stories about the island's history from the Burns during your visit to this shop.

The hours for the Silver Dew Pottery are 9:00 am - 2:30 pm:, Tuesday through Friday

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The historic Jane Hamilton School, formerly used as the school for children living on the north end of the island, has been restored by the Daufuskie Historical Foundation and is currently home to the Gullah Learning Center and the Daufuskie Island Community Library. It also serves as the polling location for Daufuskie's elections precinct.

2. Located next door is the Billie Burn Museum, which was formerly the Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. The museum contains a fascinating collection of island artifacts and historical documents and also offers some distinctive gift items.

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Prices & Availability

Additional pricing information

Cleaning Fee

£112.62

Pet Fee

£75.08

Damage Insurance

£44.3

Please see the Rental Agreement for other questions concerning rental terms and conditions. All cancellations made 60 days prior to the arrival date with receive a full refund less the credit card transaction fee.
Check in time is 4 pm. Check out time is 10 am.

The rental rate quote includes a service fee imposed by VRBO. This fee does not go to Daufuskie Rental Group nor the property owner.

Manager's Cancellation Policy

100% refund for cancellations more than 60 days before check-in date.

Service Fee fully refunded on cancellations that qualify for 100% refund.